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Alastair Clarkson has issued a second statement denying the shocking racism allegations from his time at Hawthorn, after further extracts of the report were made public overnight. Clarkson, who was announced as the new New Melbourne coach last month but is yet to officially start the role, said he held “grave concerns” for his chance … Read more

Barcelona will have the opportunity to move to the top of the La Liga standings on Saturday, as victory against Elche will move them ahead of Real Madrid. Barcelona’s league form at the start of this term has been very strong, as they have picked up four victories on the bounce. Elche come into this … Read more

England won the toss and chose to bowl against Pakistan England will field first after winning the toss in the fifth T20I against Pakistan, in the first game of the series at the Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, which is currently level at 2-2. Moeen Ali’s side made four changes to the side that slipped to … Read more

Two sides that will be looking to bounce back to winning ways this weekend in La Liga clash at the Mestalla. Valencia and Celta Vigo were both beaten in their most recent league fixtures, and defeat this weekend could drag them closer towards the bottom three. La Liga Preview Both Valencia and Celta Vigo are … Read more

The British fighter, once labelled one of the world’s hardest-hitting heavyweights, passes away at the age of 93 BOXING lost one of its iconic links to the 1950s London boxing scene this week with the passing of Jack Hobbs of Shepherds Bush. Jack campaigned successfully at heavyweight for four short years between 1950 and 1954, … Read more

The AFL’s investigation into the damning Hawthorn racism claims is already “a mess”, according to a leading journalist, as families allegedly involved don’t “trust” the inquiry. Caroline Wilson says the AFL has “lost control” of the process given the alleged involvement of commissioner Andrew Newbold – who last week announced he was taking a leave … Read more

It has been a slow start to the Bundesliga season for Bayern Munich. The reigning champions come into this fixture on Friday evening against Bayer Leverkusen looking for the first victory in four fixtures.  Bundesliga Preview This has been an extremely rare poor start to the Bundesliga season for Bayern Munich, as they come into … Read more

Marseille will be looking to maintain their unbeaten start to the Ligue 1 season on Friday, as they look to reach the top of the Ligue 1 standings with a victory on the road against Angers. The home side will also be looking to maintain their solid form, and record a third straight victory in … Read more

Small Hall promoters admit they have to stage better fights to survive – and the signs from this coming weekend’s offerings are good, writes Matt Bozeat KEVIN MAREE says his fighters have told him they are willing to take 50/50 matches to save small hall boxing. There have been fears for the future of grassroots … Read more